Cancer 2012 Astrology Guidebook

Summary

2012 promises to be an exciting year of dynamic change and transformation for the world. Find out what kinds of opportunities, challenges and events Cancerians can expect in 2012 and how to handle them successfully in this insightful and inspiring guidebook by astrologer Judy Joyce. An in-depth overview of 2012 is included along with a month by month forecast for Cancer that is both practical and uplifting.

Judy Joyce is a professional astrologer who has shared her knowledge of astrology through her personal consultations, classes, seminars, astrology columns and articles for over 35 years. Although she no longer does consultations, Judy continues to offer information and insights on her website and in books, lectures and seminars. She is an ISAR certified astrologer.

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Cancer 2012 Astrology Guidebook - Judy Joyce

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All About Cancer

Characteristics: Emotional, caring, nurturing, intuitive, sympathetic, maternal, sensitive, protective, imaginative, home and family oriented, cautious, sentimental, tenacious, good memory, moody, shy, security conscious, shrewd, tough shell on the outside - soft on the inside. Cancer is the teacher, the nurse, the parent and the nurturer.

Quality: Cardinal – action oriented, initiatory

Element: Water – emotional, intuitive, sensitive

Ruling Planet: The Moon

Part of the Body Ruled: Breasts and stomach,

Color: Silvery blue

Metal: Silver

Gem: Pearl, ruby, moonstone

Flower: White flowers - rose, water lily, moonflower

Tree: Maple, Pear and other trees rich in sap

Foods and Spices: Cabbage, turnips, milk, fish, verbena, tarragon

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Chapter 2

2012 – World Overview

Worldwide Radical Social Restructuring

In 2012 the overriding planetary influence will be one of upheaval and dynamic change best described as radical social restructuring - an unraveling and then a re-weaving of our social, economic and political structures. This influence will remain very intense through 2015 and will gradually fade out by 2020.

We felt these energies strongly in 2011. We can look back and easily see how this disruptive energy swirled around us. We realized then that great changes were needed, but the solutions seemed so painful that most leaders weren’t willing to actually make them. However, from 2012 through 2015, that train has left the station – we are moving on down the track – ready or not.

This doesn’t mean that everything will fall apart, but it does mean there will be lots of activity and energy put into changing the status quo. In fact, things that have been stuck will be forced to move.

The astrological influence signifying this is the transit of Uranus in Aries square Pluto in Capricorn. Here are the kinds of energy this astrological pattern brings and where and how it is likely to manifest:

Uranus: Change

The energies of Uranus serve to shake us up and wake us up. They bring the urge for change, freedom, liberation, rebellion, independence, revolution, the new and the unusual. Uranian energies are often manifested in sudden, unexpected and shocking ways that upset the status quo. They also bring discoveries, innovations and new ideas that catch on quickly and can take the world in new and surprising directions.

Uranus in Aries tells us how this shake-up and wake-up will be expressed. Aries is the sign of the Ram and likes to run headfirst into life. Aries expresses itself by being energetic, enthusiastic, independent, courageous, pioneering, first, initiating, action-oriented, eager, direct, headstrong, impulsive, impatient, hasty, assertive/aggressive, fiery and dynamic. Aries represents the warrior, the individual, the hero and the explorer. As you can tell, Uranus and Aries make quite a dynamic duo!

Pluto: Transformation

The energies of Pluto are very intense and powerful. It is the planet of profound transformation and works by doing major surgery on that which is no longer healthy and viable. Plutonian energies focus intently on areas that are in need of transformation and can bring breakdown, collapse, disintegration, purging, releasing and clearing, followed by healing and a rebirth. A process that can take several years.

This action is necessary and is a natural part of life. It is needed so we can let go of conditions that are no longer healthy. This Plutonian energy allows us to go within and heal, and then be reborn. We see this in nature all the time: a tree loses its leaves in the fall and appears to be lifeless during the winter. Looking at it, we see no signs of life. Yet, when spring arrives, new and vigorous growth bursts forth into glorious life once again.

Pluto in Capricorn tells us how and where this transformation will occur. Capricorn is the goat who climbs resolutely up the mountain. The energy of Capricorn is serious, realistic, organized, economical, ambitious, responsible, practical, and wants to be in charge. Capricorn is the sign that rules the way the world is structured and organized: governments, businesses, corporations, institutions, politics, systems (e.g. financial, health), leaders, those in control, rules and regulations.

The Square: Challenges

A square means that the planets are 90 degrees apart. The energy of each planet is at cross purposes with the other. The result is a very active and challenging situation that cannot be ignored. We can interpret this as: Uranus in Aries (an impatient and energetic urge by individuals for change, liberation, independence and innovation) is at odds with the energies of Pluto in Capricorn (an urge by those in control to also make changes and to transform the power structures in the world, but to still keep their power).

In the beginning Uranus and Pluto will push against each other; each one trying to overpower the other. Without cooperation, they will use all their energy to jostle each other out of the way. This will only end up with both sides stuck in the doorway. At some point, usually after much frustration, a crisis point is reached and the realization comes that in order to move forward, each side must work with the other. After all, they are both actually trying to get to the same place, but they each want to do it my way.

Even though it is uncomfortable, these intense energies of Uranus and Pluto can be used very productively. The square is an aspect of dynamic and active energy. Each planet